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The Bangui Windmills is a place that converts wind energy into electrical energy, yet it is one of the top tourist attractions in Ilocos Norte. This wind farm has 20 units of 70-meter-high wind turbines, stretching along the 99-kilometer shoreline of Bangui Bay and facing the West Philippine Sea, and each of the turbines is 326 meters apart. Read my Ilocos Norte Travel Guide to know how to get here and a list of the nearby tourist spots.
The Kapurpurawan Rock Formation is another stunning place in Burgos, Ilocos Norte. It is a limestone formation curved by the pressure of the waves and the acidity of the water; the limestone by the hill was shaped into something artistic. Read my Ilocos Norte Travel Guide to know how to get here and the nearby tourist spots.
The Guimbal Church is located by the highway of Guimbal, Iloilo, and can easily be recognized because of its unique façade. After I visited Miag-Ao Church, I traveled for around 30 minutes to this church. According to my research, this historical church is also known as the St. Nicholas of Tolentino Church and doesn’t have any record of when it was erected or established. However, it was completed between 1769 and 1774 under Friar Juan Campos. In 1893, it was further enlarged but was later destroyed by fire during the Revolution from 1896 to 1898.
The Paco Park, originally known as the Cementerio General de Dilao, is a recreational garden area and served as Manila's municipal cemetery during the Spanish colonial period. This structure was built in the 18th century and was completed in 1822. Its original design was to be a municipal cemetery for the influential and aristocratic Spanish families living in Manila and Intramuros, but it also served as a peaceful dwelling place for those victims of the cholera epidemic.
The Fort Santiago was my first destination as part of Celebrating the World Tourism Day 2017 in Intramuros. Walking beside this gigantic wall is remarkable as it embodies the significance of the past to the present. Just by reading the writings placed by the management in different corners, you can foresee what has transpired inside this wall centuries ago. Also, we can distinguish who the prominent people imprisoned and tortured here, like Jose Rizal. The photos below will give you more excitement.
The San Sebastian Church or Basilica Minore de San Sebastian is a Minor Basilica in the City of Manila. The very first structure of this church is situated on land donated by Don Bernardino Castillo, a devotee of Saint Sebastian, in 1621. It was made up of wood, but was burned in 1651. So it was then replaced by a structure made of bricks, but it was destroyed again by fire and earthquakes.
The Manila Cathedral, or the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica, is situated in the district of Intramuros, Manila. Originally, this church was the "Church of Manila," which was established and under the management of the Diocese of Mexico in 1571, but later in 1579, it became a separate diocese.
San Agustin Church in Intramuros, Manila, is the oldest stone church in the Philippines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases remarkable Baroque architecture. Built in 1607, it has withstood wars, earthquakes, and the test of time, making it a living testament to the country’s colonial past and deep Catholic faith. Its intricate facade, grand interiors, and historical significance continue to draw pilgrims, tourists, and history enthusiasts from around the world.
The Cape Bojeador Lighthouse is also known as the Burgos Lighthouse, a 66-foot-tall octagonal stone tower on Vigia de Nagpartian Hill with an overlooking scene of the cape. It is one of the historical landmarks and a cultural heritage erected during the Spanish era in the Philippines. This lighthouse was first designed by Magin Pers and Pers in 1887 and finished by the Lighthouse Service under Guillermo Brockman.
The Sto. Nino Cold Spring is located in Catarman and is one of Camiguin’s top tourist destinations. By its name, you can easily expect fresh and cold spring water. I had no plans to get wet, especially with the cold temperature of the water, but because of its super-duper clear water, I dipped into the water and experienced how great this cold spring is. I was also stunned by the bottom of the pool, there is no silt because it is made of concrete.
